Chronology
Previous model: XR GT
Next model: XW GT
Date of introduction
The XT GT Falcon was introduced in April 1968
Prices at introduction
XT GT Manual: $4 050
XT GT Automatic: $4 280
Number built
1 415
1135 in 1968 (852 manual and 283 automatic)
280 in 1969 (210 manual and 70 automatic)
Engines
302 cubic inch “Mustang” 5L V8
Capacity: 302 cubic inches (4.95 litres)
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, Vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 3.00 inches (102 x 76mm)
Power: 230bhp (172kw) at 4800rpm
Torque: 310lbs/ft (420Nm) at 3200rpm
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Fuel System: Ford autolite ‘4300’ 441 cfm four barrel downdraught carburettor
Transmissions
Manual
Four speed all synchromesh
1st: 2.78:1
2nd: 1.93:1
3rd: 1.36:1
4th: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.78:1
Automatic
Three speed C4 automatic
1st: 2.46:1
2nd: 1.46:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.20:1
Rear Axle
8 Inch, removable carrier type with limited slip diff
Ratio: 3.0:1
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch. 10 inch
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent angle poised ball joint, MacPherson strut, coil springs, wishbones and anti roll bar
Rear: Hotchkiss type with semi elliptic leaf springs, telescopic shock absorbers and live axle
Steering
Recirculating ball, ratio 16:1
power steering optional, ratio 16:1
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 11 inch (270mm) disc brakes
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Electrical
12 Volt, single point distributor system
Exhaust
Cast iron manifold, low restriction single exhaust
Wheels
Pressed steel disc wheels with safety rims
Tyres
185 x 14 four-ply
Radial tyres optional on all models
Exterior Dimensions
Total Length: 184.6 inches (4688mm)
Total width: 73.8 inches (1875mm)
Height at kerb weight: 54.7 inches (1389mm)
Wheelbase: 111.0 inches (2819mm)
Front Track: 58.5 inches (1486mm)
Rear Track: 58.5 inches (1486mm)
Kerb Weight: Sedan: 3184lb (1444kg)
Fuel Tank: 16.4 gallons (75 litres)
Turning Circle: 36.6ft (11 metres)
Luggage Capacity: 25.4 cubic feet (720 litres)
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom: 38.3 inches (973mm)
Rear Headroom: 37.6 inches (955mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 58 inches (1473mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 58 inches (1473mm)
Front Hip Room: 59.6 inches (1541mm)
Rear Hip Room: 59.5 inches (1511mm)
Front Legroom: 40.9 inches (1039mm)
Rear Legroom: 37.8 inches (960mm)